what i wore: shades of turquoise

 
 

blouse: H&M (last seen here)  |  skirt: Banana Republic (also seen here)  |  shoes: Target (last seen here)  |  necklace: Etsy  |  watch: Target  |  Earrings + Ring: Forever 21

Here is the latest addition to my pencil skirt collection, in my favorite color! A classic button up shirt tucked into a pencil skirt is an easy work outfit I've relied on for years. Keep a few of each in your closet that you can mix and match and you're good to go! Throwing in a matching statement necklace is an added bonus to set you apart from the water cooler crowd!

Hope you're all having a great week!

xoxo,

friday finds.

[my shameless selfie showcasing my eyeglasses necklace (similar)...and yes I matched my nail polish to my blouse!]

Since I've started this blog I've noticed myself shopping more often...okay, a lot more often. I find myself buying things I don't really need, and things I won't even really wear that often, or longer than one season.

Solution: I'm putting myself on a self imposed shopping ban for the rest of May. That's right...no lunch time trips to Target just to "browse," and no more stops at Forever 21 where I always seem to find something I "need."

So these recent purchases I've featured this week are the last you'll see from me for awhile. Until then, it's all about mixing and matching, and re-using what I already have in my closets to create new looks!

Have a great weekend and a wonderful Mother's Day!

[Nick and I a couple of weekends ago up in the Sierras]

[our low key Cinco de Mayo celebration at our favorite Mexican restaurant last weekend]

[another one of my new bubble necklaces from Etsy...I've been wearing them non-stop!]

xoxo,

what i wore: pretty in pink

 

dress: Old Navy (also seen here)  |  necklace: Etsy  |  earrings: Target  |  belt: H&M (taken off a skirt)  |  watch: Timex  |  shoes: Payless (similar)  |  sunglasses: Ray Ban

I think this might be my new favorite dress! I was never a huge fan of the neon trend, but when I saw this dress on the clearance rack at Old Navy, I figured...why not, it's only $7.99!?!  Once I tried it on and added a belt, I knew I'd get a ton of use out of it. From work, to evenings out, to the weekend...I love it!

Also shown above is one of my new "bubble" necklaces from Etsy. I'd wanted the J. Crew version for what seemed like forever, but there was absolutely no way I was going to pay $150 for a piece of costume jewelry. After reading on a few other blogs that sites like eBay and Etsy had J. Crew "inspired" versions, I went ahead and bought three colors, all for $15 each...that's a 90% savings!!!

Have any of you found any great deals or "inspired" pieces lately?

xoxo,

weekend shopping finds.

Over the weekend I headed over to the mall where I intended to shop for Mother's Day...and I ended up buying more for myself! However, I don't feel too guilty...almost everything I purchased was heavily discounted. Here are my favorite pieces from my shopping trip...

I found this neon pink Crepe Shift Dress at Old Navy for $7.49 on clearance...with the 20% off it was only  $5.99. Yes, that's right...less than $6 for a dress! I was a little skeptical of this dress at first, but once I tried it on and added a belt it was perfect...definitely a new work staple!

Next, I found this Polka Dot Sheath Dress from Forever 21. Not only does it fit great, it actually comes in an XS (rare for F21), it's fully lined, and the polka dots are embroidered onto the fabric (not just screen printed). Pretty great deal for only $32.50!

Banana Republic was having taking an additional 40% off all their clearance items, and I was able to find this yellow Striped Long Cardigan for $25.99...$15.59 after the discount.

Finally, my absolute favorite find of the weekend was this turquoise Sloan Pencil Skirt from Banana Republic. I generally have a hard time finding pencil skirts that fit...even J. Crew's run big! However, this one in 00P fits perfectly with no alterations necessary! To top it off, it was only $29.99, and with the 40% off came out to $17.99.

All in all, it was a great weekend for discount shopping! Did anyone else find any great deals over the weekend?

xoxo,

friday finds.

[stones bib necklace in fiery coral]

C Wonder is a brand I discovered while in New York last month. A friend had told me awhile back to check it out and that it was definitely "my style." She was 100% correct...I walked by this store in Columbus Central (across from Central Park) and was immediately drawn to the colorful window displays! Once I stepped inside I found dozens of items I loved. Everything from their shoes (♥ these flats), to the jewelry, to the housewares are perfectly designed.

Founded by Chris Burch, (Tory Burch's ex-husband), it's easy to see the similarities between the brands...C Wonder is almost a mix between Tory Burch and Kate Spade, but sooo much more affordable! Primarily located on the east coast, C Wonder has two locations in Southern California...hopefully one will open in the Bay Area soon!

Have a great weekend!

[nylon easy tote in tourmaline...similar to the Longchamp bags but much cheaper!]

[polka dot soup bowls...perfect for storing your bracelets/watches or a bowl of cereal :)]

[monogram geo plate...ideal for saving your rings/earrings on a nightstand!]

[monogram letter A...similar to those at Urban and Anthropologie but GOLD!!!]

[enamel bamboo bracelets...love the colors!]

[chevron notecards box...one of my favorite patterns!]

xoxo,